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Antibiotics can feel like nothing short of wonder-drugs when you have a bacterial infection, but they come with some qualifications. Learn when to take them, when not to, and potential side effects.

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9 home remedies for strep throat

Learn home remedies for strep throat that can help soothe you while you wait for the infection to clear
Updated on Feb. 10, 2025
Liquid medication with measurements: How long is amoxicillin good for in the fridge?

How long is amoxicillin good for in the fridge?

Amoxicillin is good in the fridge for up to 14 days
Feb. 10, 2025
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Foods to avoid on Bactrim

You may want to minimize acidic foods, alcohol, potassium-rich foods, and caffeine
Feb. 4, 2025

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Pills representing Benadryl and amoxicillin?
Drug Info

Can you take Benadryl with amoxicillin?

It’s usually safe to mix Benadryl with amoxicillin—here’s what to know
Updated on Jan. 2, 2025
A hand holding an antibiotic capsule: What is a Z-pak?
Drug Info

What is a Z-Pak?

A Z-Pak is a series of azithromycin doses commonly prescribed for bacterial infections such as sinus or urinary infections, bronchitis, or tonsillitis
Updated on Jan. 15, 2025
a spoon with antibiotics and a spoon with probiotics - can you take probiotics with antibiotics
Drug Info

Taking probiotics with antibiotics

Antibiotics play a critical role in treating infections, but they may cause nasty stomach side effects, too
Updated on Jan. 14, 2025
Two white oval tablets with "vs." between them: Ciprofloxacin vs amoxicillin
Drug vs. Drug

Ciprofloxacin vs. amoxicillin: Differences, similarities & ...

Learn why your healthcare provider may prescribe one antibiotic over the other
Jan. 13, 2025
A prescription bottle with an exclamation mark on it: Can you have a delayed allergic reaction to amoxicillin?
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Can you have a delayed allergic reaction to amoxicillin?

Hives and skin rashes may not appear right away if you’re allergic to amoxicillin
Jan. 10, 2025
A prescription pad and various pills: Can you take Dayquil with amoxicillin?
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Can you take DayQuil with amoxicillin?

DayQuil may be able to relieve symptoms of certain infections amoxicillin is prescribed for
Jan. 7, 2025
A prescription pad and bottle of pills: How long does amoxicillin take to work for tooth infections?
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How long does amoxicillin take to work for tooth infections?

If your dentist prescribes this antibiotic, the infection should start to clear up within the first few days of taking it
Dec. 27, 2024
Rx pill bottle and prescription pad: Amoxicillin interactions
Drug Info

Amoxicillin interactions to avoid

Amoxicillin interacts with anticoagulants, antigout medications, and antibacterials
Oct. 30, 2023
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